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Young Professionals in the Auto care sector Community

The Young Professionals in the Auto care sector Community (YPA) consists of Automotive Industries Association of Canada (AIA Canada) members under the age of 45 who are looking to climb the ladder of the auto care sector.

Benefits of being in the community

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Attend exclusive events

Further your professional development

Position yourself as an industry thought leader

Gain mentorship opportunities

Joining the community

 

Membership in the YPA community is open to individuals who meet all of the following criteria:

  • Young executives (executives or managers) younger than 45 years of age.
  • From AIA Canada member companies in good standing.
  • On-track for senior positions within their company.

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The leading voice of Young Professionals in the Auto care sector

The YPA community is led by a standing committee of the AIA Canada Board of Directors and is the leading voice of the community. It consists of a minimum of ten members who strive to better the experience of young professionals in the auto care sector by working closely with AIA Canada management to access current industry information, activities, and resources of the community.

Meet the YPA Committee members

Recent Young Professionals in the Auto care sector community news

YPA Committee: Updates from the Chair 

From the desk of Hitesh Patel, Chair, YPA Committee  Hi everyone,  I’m excited to share two updates this month: our new subcommittee leads, and a recap of our June Town Hall with Emily Chung. Read on for the details.  Announcement: Welcome Our New YPA Subcommittee Leads   Please give a warm welcome to...

Spotlight on Curtis Elliott: Leading through relationships

For Curtis Elliott, regional sales director at Bumper to Bumper, the auto care sector has been a career built on continuous learning, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to helping others succeed.  Although this is his first year as a member of AIA Canada’s Young Professionals in the Auto care sector...

Future-proofing Canada’s auto care workforce through mentorship

Canada’s auto care sector has long been defined by experience, resilience, and relationships built over decades. Today, it stands at an inflection point. As veteran professionals begin to step away from the industry, a new generation is ready to step in, but not without challenges. In a conversation with Adam...
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MANN + HUMMEL
Auto Value; Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc
Groupe Touchette
Bumper to Bumper
WORLDPAC Canada Inc.
Mevotech
Phinia (Delphi)
Wakefield Canada Inc.
BASF
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